Hire A Professional Organizer – 10 Questions to Ask First

Many people ask me what kind of questions they should be asking a professional organizer. Here are my top 10.

1. Ask for references and be sure to check them.
2. Find out their professional involvement. I believe you should hire someone committed to their profession and continued education.
3. Determine what your investment will be up front by asking how they charge. Some organizers charge by the hour, others may charge by the project.
4. Ask the organizer if he/she specializes in any particular area of organizing (technology, chronic disorganization, closets, etc.).
5. You probably want to work with someone experienced, so ask how long he/she has been in business and if she is a Certified Professional Organizer®.
6. Ask if you will be working with the person you are speaking to or if you will be working with an employee or subcontractor.
7. Determine if he/she has a minimum number of hours or if you are obligated by a contract.
8. Every organizer works differently, so ask how he/she will approach your unique situation and what the process entails.
9. Ask him/her to describe her typical organizing project and client. Does the description sound like your situation and what you need?
10. Finally, if you’ve tried getting organized before, ask why he/she thinks his/her service will be a better fit for your circumstance.

Your professional organizer and you are a team. An organizer cannot perform effective services for you unless he/she knows what is important in your home or office and how that space functions. It’s in your best interest to find someone who shares your views. Base your final decision on a professional organizer who has the expertise, skill set, and personality which best suits you to help you achieve your goals.

Good luck!

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